2001 Mercedes-Benz V vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz V would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz V.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz V | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | V | A5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2751 mm |
